Key Staff
Senior Leaders
Mark Love
Mark is highly regarded in the education industry and has extensive experience in the international boarding school sector. He is a distinguished educational leader with a robust career spanning over three decades marked by comprehensive experience in principalship across a range of prestigious institutions including Oxford Sixth Form College, Lansdowne School and CATS College (now Guildhouse School).
Mark holds a reputation for driving educational excellence and fostering environments where students can thrive academically and personally. His background in educational leadership, coupled with his commitment to student success, underscores his notable contributions to the field of education.
His personable nature and vast experience in guiding sixth formers towards successful university studies will be invaluable. We know that he will continue to drive Earlscliffe’s high standards of personalised learning and care.
+44 (0) 1303 253951
marklove@earlscliffe.co.uk
Niall Johnson
Niall has been at Earlscliffe since its opening in 2012. Prior to joining Earlscliffe he held the post of Dean of Students at an international school in Istanbul, Turkey.
Before taking up his post in Istanbul he held senior leadership roles in both the state and independent sectors, at schools in and around London for 15 years. He holds a BA (Hons) and PGCE from the University of Surrey and a MA from Canterbury Christ Church University.
Pete Scargill
Pete joins Earlscliffe bringing over 14 years of international experience in pastoral care, safeguarding, and boarding leadership. He holds a Master of Physics and a PGCE in Secondary Education from Loughborough University, and his career has seen him hold key roles such as Head of Boys’ Boarding at Repton School, Dubai, and Assistant Vice Principal at North London Collegiate School Jeju in South Korea.
BSA Accredited Boarding Practitioner (Level 4), with certifications in Youth Mental Health First Aid, Advanced Safeguarding training, and Professional Practice Diploma for Boarding Leadership from the Boarding Schools’ Association, Pete has earned a reputation as a supportive and innovative leader, dedicated to student development.
+44 (0) 1303 253951
peterscargill@earlscliffe.co.uk
Curriculum Area Managers
Robert Goldmann
A cornerstone of Earlscliffe’s science department since its founding, Robert boasts 25 years of international teaching experience.
His expertise extends beyond direct instruction to include teacher mentoring, curriculum development, and examination leadership, even serving as an examiner. Robert also dedicated six years as Head of Pastoral Care within the Earlscliffe pastoral team.
An active member of the Royal Society of Chemistry, he regularly hosts open lab days for the community and recently established the Level 3 Young Chemist Award, encouraging secondary students to embrace and share their love of science.
+44 (0)1303 253951
robertgoldmann@earlscliffe.co.uk
Svetlana Golubeva
Svetlana is a highly accomplished multilingual education professional with over 25 years of experience in teaching English to international students across all age groups.
She is Curriculum Area Manager for English, Modern Foreign Languages and Art, and has developed a distinguished track record in language education, teacher training, and academic leadership. Svetlana brings a deep understanding of language assessment and exam preparation, particularly for IELTS and Cambridge English qualifications.
Holding an MA in Applied Linguistics and a CELTA certification, she has trained educators internationally and is skilled in designing instructional materials that enrich both classroom and online learning experiences.
Svetlana combines pedagogical insight with creativity and care, fostering language proficiency and cross-cultural understanding. She is especially passionate about supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), ensuring inclusive and accessible learning environments for all.
+44 (0)1303 253951
lanagolubeva@earlscliffe.co.uk
Neil Farmery
Neil has been teaching at Earlscliffe since 2019. After graduating with a degree in Business Management and Marketing, he began his career in the Marketing department at LEGO before launching his own venture in the food wholesale sector.
Neil moved into education in 2012 and has since taught in both state and independent schools, serving as Head of Humanities in his two previous roles. He continues to maintain close ties with local businesses to stay current with trends and developments in the business world.
A passionate advocate for business education, Neil believes every student should understand how business activities shape our everyday lives. He aims to ensure his students leave his lessons with a strong grasp of real-world business issues. With its ever-evolving nature, Neil sees Business as one of the most dynamic and exciting subjects to teach.
+44 (0)1303 253951
neilfarmery@earlscliffe.co.uk
SENCo
Leanne Dinsdale
Leanne joined Earlscliffe as SENCO in September 2024. She is a passionate advocate for neurodivergent students and works closely with families, teachers, and external professionals to ensure individual needs are recognised and championed.
Leanne holds a BA (Hons) in Drama and Media Studies and completed her PGCE in English, Drama and Media Studies. She was Head of Drama and Theatre Studies at a local independent boarding school, and during this time, she became increasingly aware of how often neurodivergent students were misunderstood or unsupported in mainstream education.
This awareness inspired her to retrain and pursue a more inclusive path. She transitioned into primary education, completing the National Award for Special Educational Needs Coordination and serving as SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) Lead, further deepening her expertise in supporting diverse learners.
+44 (0)1303 253951
leannedinsdale@earlscliffe.co.uk
Dukes Education
Jonathan Cuff
Jonathan brings over a decade of senior leadership experience in private school settings. He was educated at Brunel University and the University of Leicester, where he earned an MSc in Educational Leadership. Throughout his career, Jonathan has consistently demonstrated excellence in strategic planning, operational management, and educational innovation.
Jonathan began his career as a teacher of Religious Studies and Physical Education, later becoming a boarding Housemaster at two different HMC schools over a period of ten years. He subsequently held positions as Deputy Head Pastoral and then Senior Deputy Head at different schools before taking on the role of Principal at d’Overbroeck’s in Oxford.
In addition to his role as Principal, Jonathan served as Managing Director of Schools and Colleges for Oxford International Educational Group and Managing Director of UK Schools for Nord Anglia Education.
In September 2023, Jonathan joined Dukes Education as a Director after spending a year in the Middle East, where he was part of a team that launched a brand-new school for Nord Anglia Education.
Paul Ludlow
Paul has been working in education for 36 years and following a career in boarding and as a designated safeguarding lead in a range of schools and colleges, joined Dukes in 2017 as the colleges Compliance Director.